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October 4, 2023 in Uncategorized
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YOUR COMMUNITY UPDATE 

A chara,

It is hard to believe that we are in October already, after what did not seem like a summer at all! I have continued to support events around our area, call to homes and raise concerns that are important to our community. I have provided a short summary of my work below. As ever, please feel free to get in touch on any of the below matters, or follow my updates on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Le gach dea-ghuí,

Shane

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More progress needed on local public transport services

Adequate provision of public transport is top of mind for so many people in our area. It’s been something I’ve been working on over the past few months and here are some updates I wanted to share:
– I’ve raised the many concerns about lack of capacity on the C1 and C2, especially on Saturday services
– Additional capacity will be put in place on C3 and C4 routes from mid-October
– A new S4 route (connecting Liffey Valley Shopping Centre and UCD) in November.
I was also disappointed with the decision to delay the opening of Kishogue Station until Spring next year. I am working with the Council and the NTA to get this station open sooner rather than later because of the huge demand for additional public transport in our area. Please share your feedback with me on your experience of our public transport so I can share with the NTA.
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Hedge-cutting and tree pruning need to be accelerated

I was very pleased to see long overdue hedge trimming take place on Griffeen Road, which I have been requesting for some time. The footpath was unpassable and has now been brought back into use. Similar work was completed, following my requests, on the Newcastle road  from Maxol to Adamstown. I continue to follow up on other areas which need attention, including the R136 and Castle Road. Tree pruning is still overdue in many of our estates and I asked the Council for a timetable for work (see here).
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Local Policing Forum Public Meeting on 12 October

Have your voice heard on policing, crime and anti-social behaviour in our area! The Ronanstown Garda Station Local Policing Forum Public Meeting takes place in St Peter the Apostle JNS on Thursday 12 October at 7.00pm. This is an opportunity for members of the public in Lucan, Palmerstown, Balgaddy and North Clondalkin to engage directly with senior Garda officers, Council management and members of the Local Policing Forum. All are welcome – spread the word.
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Out and about over the summer!

There has been an absolute wealth of events on over the past few months and it has been great to see such high levels of community engagement and fun, especially at the Lucan Festival. Thanks to all the volunteers who make these events possible. Highlights included:

– I was delighted to support Collinstown FC’s u14 boys for their fundraising to go to the Barcelona Cup in October.

– Lucan Harriers organised another fantastic 5 Mile Race in September, and I was joined by Barry Andrews MEP!

– I was delighted to join St Patrick’s GAA Club for the re-launch of their Clubhouse!

– Thanks to the organisers of Sophie’s Cycle which was a great cause and event!

– Mary’s Céilí at the Crossroads never disappointed agus bhí spraoi le brath!

– It’s always wonderful to see the Garda Late Night Leagues in full swing and I was happy to show my support!

– I was delighted to open the inaugural Lucan Health Fair and to see the great interest in the range of providers and services in Lucan!

– It was great to welcome Minister Darragh O’Brien to Adamstown to open the Crossings!

– I dropped in on the Dice Players in Palmerstown Parish Centre agus ar an gCiorcal Comhrá i gColáiste Cois Life!

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Silver Bridge progress update 

I placed a motion calling for explicit cooperation between Fingal and South Dublin County Councils on the Silver Bridge, emphasising the need for SDCC to keep the pressure on – our Council has a strategic interest in making this come to pass. SDCC should not be a bystander in the process. I secured funding in last year’s budget to be used to acquire land to bring the bridge into use, and I also secured a commitment to bring the bridge back into use in our Development Plan. I will request a further update in coming months.
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 Ensuring safety for pedestrians and our schools 

I was delighted to see the safety improvement works to the pedestrian crossing at Rowlagh which I requested completed some time ago. This will make a huge difference to users of Rowlagh shops. Equally, I was one of the first councillors to demand a traffic management plan following the closure of the footpath at the Lucan Swimming Pool site and secured necessary changes to improve safety, as covered by the Irish Independent. I have also been pursuing improvement to safety at the Balgaddy Construction site, given the high volumes of traffic there.
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Maintaining investment in our footpaths and roads

A priority for me since being elected has been to improve footpaths in housing estates in our area. I am particularly pleased to see repairs have taken place in Riverside Drive and Rochfort Downes. Long overdue work in the Woodfarm Acres extension is due to take place shortly. I have been keeping pressure on the Council to deliver this year’s Footpath and Road Repair Programme on schedule (see here). I am also pleased to see the road marking repainting programme underway.
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Paying attention to our public spaces 

I was happy to report that the Council have informed me that they will repair the damaged water fountain in Waterstown Park. Similarly, one of the things which was consistently raised with me in Wood Avens when I visited was the need for proper road signs in the estate. I was delighted to see them installed following my representations! If you see any public lights that need repair, please get in touch!
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Supporting our community and sports groups

Congratulations to all local community groups who secured grant funding from South Dublin County Council in the past month! This year’s grant application process end s on the 31st October so get your applications in by then! Contact me if you’d like to learn more.
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Are you looking for a new job?

Ballyowen Castle Community Centre are hiring a centre coordinator to continue opening up the community centre to the local community. Could this be the job for you? Learn more here! South Dublin County Council are also hiring for a number of vacancies, including an Irish Language Officer which you can view here.

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